diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 4a6d280..ad23b1d 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -16,9 +16,9 @@ _If you think this guide is useful, considering support me via [Paypal](https:// # I. Notes - **iTunes 12.6.5 only works on Windows**. Apple killed iTunes 12.6.5 on macOS. Even if you manage to get iTunes 12.6.5 on your Mac, the download feature will not work. -- The Guide seems complicated, but it's very easy to follow. Plus, you only need to do Step 1, 2, and 3 for the first time (There are 5 steps in total). +- The Guide seems complicated, but it's very easy to follow. Plus, you only need to do Step 1, 2, and 3 once (There are 5 steps in total). - Jailbreak is **NOT** needed. Since the iPA comes directly from iTunes, it's encrypted and can be installed without Sideload. The IPA is 100% legit! -- You can get the old version of any apps as long as that version is still **available** on AppStore. +- You can get any version of any apps, as long as that version is still **available** on AppStore. *** # II. Requirements @@ -38,8 +38,8 @@ _If you think this guide is useful, considering support me via [Paypal](https:// - Method 1: You can get the `Build version number` of most apps on AppStore from [Tool Lantency](https://tools.lancely.tech/apple/app-search). ![Tool Lancety](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/qnblackcat/How-to-Downgrade-apps-on-AppStore-with-iTunes-and-Charles-Proxy/main/Screenshots/IMG_1823.PNG) - Method 2: Ask a jailbroken user who has AppStore++ installed get the `Build version number` for you. - - Method 3: Look at the buyProduct content and search for `softwareVersionExternalIdentifier`, with the bottom in the list being the latest version, and the rest is just trial and error. - - Method 4: Kinda the same as method 3. See [here](https://github.com/qnblackcat/How-to-Downgrade-apps-on-AppStore-with-iTunes-and-Charles-Proxy/issues/8#issuecomment-1272240225). + - Method 3: Look at the `buyProduct` content and search for `softwareVersionExternalIdentifier`, the last line is the latest version, keep trying until you succeed. + - Method 4: Almost the same as method 3. See [here](https://github.com/qnblackcat/How-to-Downgrade-apps-on-AppStore-with-iTunes-and-Charles-Proxy/issues/8#issuecomment-1272240225). *** @@ -84,7 +84,7 @@ _(This is where the fun begins!)_ ## Step 4. Get the old version of the appplication (IPA) -### _Note: You ONLY need to do the first 3 steps once. Next time you downgrade an app, you'll start from this step (Step 4)._ +### _Note: You only need to do all the previous steps once. Next time you downgrade an app, you'll start from this step (Step 4)._ - Go back to iTunes and download Facebook, again! **Charles Proxy** will automatically show the **Breakpoint popup**. - **Edit Request** > **XML Text** > Replace the current `Build Number Version` of Facebook with the `Build Number` of **Facebook v161.0** (`826067593`) > **Execute** > **Execute**. Now iTunes will download **Facebook v161.0** instead of the latest version. - In some cases, the **Breakpoint popup** can appear twice, simply edit the current `Build Number Version` like above one more time and you're good to go. @@ -102,17 +102,17 @@ _(This is where the fun begins!)_ ### 5.1. Windows -_**It is a pain in the neck to install the IPA via iTunes. That's why we will not iTunes. AppManager & 3uTools & iMazing are good alternatives.**_ +_**It is a pain in the neck to install the IPA via iTunes. That's why we will not iTunes. AppManager & iMazing are good alternatives. 3uTools is not recommended**_ - **[AppManager](https://github.com/kawaiizenbo/AppManager) (recommended)**: Plug your device into your PC, click on **`Install new`** and select the IPA. ![image](https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/52943116/160886525-868d249d-d1e8-431b-af16-215696f4eaec.png) -- **3uTools (may not safe, not recommended)**: Drag & drop the IPA into the Apps tab. -![3u](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/qnblackcat/How-to-Downgrade-apps-on-AppStore-with-iTunes-and-Charles-Proxy/main/Screenshots/1534755814062064808.gif) - - **iMazing**: **`Manage Apps > Device Tab > Drag & Drop the IPA into the window.`** _(Note: iMazing **does** work on Windows, but I'm too lazy to setup iMazing on Windows just for 2 screenshots)._ ![iMazing](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/qnblackcat/How-to-Downgrade-apps-on-AppStore-with-iTunes-and-Charles-Proxy/main/Screenshots/IMG_1832.PNG) +- **3uTools (may not safe, not recommended)**: Drag & drop the IPA into the Apps tab. +![3u](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/qnblackcat/How-to-Downgrade-apps-on-AppStore-with-iTunes-and-Charles-Proxy/main/Screenshots/1534755814062064808.gif) + ### macOS Simply Airdrop the IPA from your Mac to your device. You can use [Apple configurator 2](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/apple-configurator-2/id1037126344) to install the IPA as well.